The Senior Archivist’s main responsibility is to manage the gallery’s Archive & Digital Media department, making sure all image assets are updated, organised and made available for staff when requested. The Senior Archivist manages the overall documentation for all artist’s exhibitions both in-house and off site and liaise directly with the artist’s studios, galleries and museums when needed. They also oversee the responsibilities of two part-time Digital Media Coordinators and requires a diplomatic approach to management of the department.

The Senior Archivist deals with all image requests from external parties, including the copyright and licensing of images. The historical gallery archive is undergoing a process of digitisation of slides and transparencies which is a great project for this person to sink their teeth into and complete. The role requires a good understanding of the commercial gallery environment.

Experience required:

A proven history of image archive experience in a fast-paced gallery / museum or equivalent environment

A hard working, well organised and exceptional team player who is able to manage their time efficiently, prioritise a variety of tasks and meet deadlines when under pressure

Advanced Photoshop and Adobe Creative Cloud knowledge and experience, demonstrated previously within a work environment

A post-graduate degree in a relevant subject or five or more years’ experience in the field

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